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University of Florida

New Worlds Reading Data Specialist

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $61K - $72K

💻 Data Science

🗓️ December 23rd, 2025

Docker ETL MySQL

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Florida Lastinger Center for Learning is hiring a New Worlds Reading Data Specialist. This role involves designing, documenting, and managing data systems and workflows, developing automated processes, running data analyses, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to support educational research and reporting needs.

Highlights
  • Design, document, develop, and execute data collection, storage, transformation, and analysis processes.
  • Write and maintain scripts and cron jobs for automating data tasks.
  • Develop and maintain SQL queries and ETL pipelines.
  • Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders while ensuring data privacy and security.
  • Assist in monitoring data quality and resolving data inconsistencies.
  • Collaborate with external partners and serve as a liaison between cross-functional teams.
  • Required qualifications include an Associate’s degree and two years of relevant experience or a high school diploma with four years of experience.
  • Preferred skills include Python programming, Azure MySQL databases, DevOps, containerization (Docker), Linux server knowledge, and experience with cron jobs.
  • Salary range: $61,000 - $71,500.
  • Supports educational initiatives focused on kindergarten readiness, 3rd grade reading proficiency, and algebra proficiency.